Akeredolu to Nigerians: Dedicate yourselves to nation building

ONDO State governor, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu on Monday, called on Nigerians to rededicate themselves to the all-important objective of the nation’s building.

Akeredolu who made this call in Akure, Ondo state capital, during the commemoration of the country’s 58th Independence Day celebration held at the popular Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade, said the call became necessary to enable the country emerge victoriously from its current challenges or contradictions.

The governor said: “We may have had reasons to disagree, even strongly, because of misconception and suspicion borne of the historical factors of evolution as an emerging political unit.

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“Our very existence as a country up till this moment, despite all odds, affirms our resolve to proceed on the march towards nationhood and development.

“All patriots must rededicate themselves to this all-important objective until the final victory is won.

“The current challenges, either contrived or consequent upon the facts of internal contradictions inherent in a transitional society, make the aspiration for a united, progressive and prosperous country appear utopian.”

Governor Akeredolu, however, foresaw that the dream of achieving a prosperous and progressive Nigeria achievable if everyone could be committed to the purpose of ultimate mobilisation of their talents towards realising the lofty aim.

He also challenged the political leadership to demonstrate the willingness to provide the necessary direction to the led or the generality of the people.

According to him, the leaders must be seen to be leading the people towards achieving set objectives.
Akeredolu, who used the occasion to hail the people of Ondo State for their trust in his administration, promised not to be distracted in discharging his official responsibilities.

The governor said: “Politics, to us, is a call to service. We will continue to ensure that we give our best at all times. Our people deserve quality representation.”